2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv.

20182020
Complaints
48
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Injuries
5
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#118 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:86,025 mi
Fires:1
#29 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:138,025 mi
#34 complaints

Electrical Faults

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv.

Engine Problems
18
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
86,025
Transmission / Drivetrain
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
138,025
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~15,800 vehicles.

18V673000Seat Belts:rear/other
~15,800 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv has 48 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 18 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (18 complaints, avg 86,025 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (9 complaints, avg 138,025 mi); Electrical Faults (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 103,358 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv include 2 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 15,800 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Cadillac Escalade Esv?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Cadillac Escalade Esv reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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